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Easy Black Bean Soup

Easily prepared, black bean soup, so rich and creamy and full of goodness. You will be amazed at the magnitude of flavors this one offers! Top it however you like!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time45 minutes
Total Time50 minutes
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Keyword: black beans, canned black beans, Easy Black Bean Soup, slow cooker, stovetop
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 161kcal
Author: Michaela Kenkel

Ingredients

  • 1 cup red onion diced
  • 1 large red bell pepper diced (about a cup)
  • 4 Tablespoons bacon grease or sub olive oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 2 15 ounce cans black beans drained and rinsed
  • 1 32 ounce beef stock (can sub vegetable or chicken)
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Optional Toppings:

  • tortilla strips, cilantro, shredded cheese, diced tomato, sour cream, lime

Instructions

  • In a dutch oven over medium heat, add bacon grease, onion and pepper. Saute until softened, about 10 minutes.
  • Add in garlic and spices. Cook a couple of minutes more.
  • Add in beans and beef stock. Bring to a boil, then lower to a simmer. Simmer for 20 minutes.
  • Remove from heat. Using your hand blender, carefully blend the soup until smooth.
  • Return to stove, simmer for another 15 minutes. Soup will thicken.
  • Serve hot, topped with desired toppings.

Notes

Crockpot Option
  1. Sauté the onion, bell pepper, and garlic in a skillet before adding them to the crockpot.
  2. Add all remaining ingredients to the slow cooker.
  3. Cook on low for 6–8 hours or high for 3–4 hours.
  4. Use an immersion blender to puree until smooth, then serve with your favorite toppings.
How to Store Leftovers
This soup stores beautifully, making it great for meal prep.
  • Refrigerate: Store cooled soup in an airtight container for up to 4 days.
  • Freeze: Place in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months. Thaw in the fridge overnight before reheating.
  • Reheat: Warm on the stovetop over medium heat or microwave in short intervals, stirring in between.
Original Recipe from LeMoine Family Kitchen

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 161kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 14g | Saturated Fat: 6g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 6g | Cholesterol: 13mg | Sodium: 1197mg | Potassium: 181mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 1441IU | Vitamin C: 56mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg